Appetizers, Dips and Snacks: Dips and Spreads: Award Winning Guacamole

This dip is so good that you'll give it your own reward.

Author: California Avocado Commission - www.avocado.org
Date: December 20, 2012

Suggestions: Adjust the seasonings to your own taste.

Serves: 12 person(s)
Yield: 12 x (approx. 1/4 cup servings)

Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

3 large fresh California avocados (about 8 oz each), seeded and peeled
1/4 onion, chopped
1/2 large clove garlic, crushed
1/2 small tomato, diced
3 oz low-fat Monterey Jack cheese, grated
1 green chili, diced (or to taste)
0.17 cup fresh cilantro (1/6 cup), finely chopped
1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp seasoned salt

Directions:

In a large mixing bowl, coarsely mash avocados, leaving some chunks. Add remaining ingredients; mix to blend.

Variations:

Serve with veggie sticks, baked chips, or with Mexican food.

Serving suggestions are not included in the nutritional analysis.